Review of Restrepo (2010) by Nj M — 26 Dec 2010

Gr8 compilation to the amateur video..It is similar to The Hurt Locker, only it's real!

This review of Restrepo (2010) was written by Nj M on 26 Dec 2010.

Restrepo has generally received very positive reviews.

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